Paul Edward Miles, Sr., 78, of Beaumont, died Monday, April 27, 2009 at Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth.
Born on June 16, 1930 in Lufkin to Erna and Cassie (Jones) Miles, Paul grew up in Zavalla before moving to Beaumont in the early 1950’s. He worked eighteen years as an operator with Erickson Refinery in Port Neches, after which he owned and operated Miles Minnow Farm for nineteen years. In addition, he was a United States Air Force veteran.
Paul enjoyed fishing; his fish fries were famous with those who knew him. He enjoyed gathering mayhaws and figs and sharing them with his friends. While he was an avid fisherman, God also made him a fisher of men. A member and deacon of North End Baptist Church, Paul loved his Lord, his family, and his friends.
Survivors include his wife of fifty-six years, Effie Heiman Miles of Beaumont; son, Paul Edward “Butch” Miles, Jr. and his wife Roxie of Lindale; grandchildren, Carey Birchfield, Joshua Miles and Amy Miles all of Tyler; great grandson, Braxton Birchfield; brother-in-law, John Archie Heiman and his wife Yenny; sister-in-law and her husband, Norma Lee Woodland and Bill; and numerous nieces and nephews.
His parents and eight siblings preceded him in death.
His funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2009 at North End Baptist Church with burial to follow at Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A gathering of his family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2009 at Broussard’s.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Dr. Daniel J. Harmon and his office staff.
Memorial contributions may be made to North End Baptist Church, 5115 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77706.
